2009 BMW 135 vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 108 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Because 2009 BMW 135 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Toledo. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 135 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
